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October 15, 2026 / 1pm-4pm

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October 22nd, 2026

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November 5th, 2026 & December 3rd, 2026

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HCOC Hours

The following schedule applies to the History Center Museum Gallery and Gift Shop. 

Sunday and Monday:  CLOSED
Tuesday – Saturday:  9am to 5pm
CLOSED Friday November 27th, 2026

  • Closed all major holidays and in accordance with Rochester Public Schools weather closings.

Grounds are available for visitation outside of normal business hours with advanced purchase of a pass or permits for photographers.

The Research Center is open to visitors during the following schedule. Please contact us in advance to conduct research in person or to make an artifact donation.

Tuesday – Friday:  9am to 1pm (available 1pm to 5pm by appointment only)
Saturday:  9am to 5pm

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​​The History Center is a proud participant in Time Travelers, Blue Star Museums,  and in Museums for All. Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free admission to the History Center museum simply by presenting their EBT card. Events and Mayowood are not included in this program.

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Rochester, MN 55902